‘Pretty scary times,’ says president of the Rio Grande Regional Water Authority with reservoirs already in decline.
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How Some of the Biggest Texas Polluters Keep Skirting Federal Environmental Laws
Industrial developers describe facilities as “minor” polluters to avoid federal permitting requirements, and environmental lawyers say the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality lets it happen.
Water Crisis Foretold by Dry Central Texas Springs
Heat, drought, and booming population growth have stressed the Texas aquifers that supply drinking water to millions of people.
Pipeline Operators Released Hundreds of Tons of Toxic Gases During Texas Heatwave
Hazards from high temperatures inspire oil and gas companies to vent more than 500,000 pounds of toxins during 17 reported events. The Texas regulator did not respond to questions from Inside Climate News.
Texas Lege May Fine Texans for Making Environmental Complaints That Don’t Lead to Enforcement
Opponents say the bill would have a “chilling effect” on citizen reports of air and water pollution.